Kalata
Out of the Silent Planet
Having listened to this song today, I have to say that it has one of the most impactful Maiden intros (with vocals) for me. Adrian (or Steve) has come up with a great melody for it (guitar licks during the whole song too, as always) and I don't think that it's too long for a 5 minute song anymore. The drums accompany it so great.
This has to be one of Maiden's heaviest riffs. Heavy gallop is always great.
Only one solo from the co-writer of the song was something normal during that era (2000-2010), but I wonder why they didn't include a triple-lead guitar harmony - maybe because of the long intro.
The song has a big AMOLAD vibe.
Bruce should have done a few more takes on the chorus (it should be higher to make a contrast of verses and chorus and because of the theme imo), but I think this difficult song would have been a force of nature live if they played it in 2011.
This has to be one of Maiden's heaviest riffs. Heavy gallop is always great.
Only one solo from the co-writer of the song was something normal during that era (2000-2010), but I wonder why they didn't include a triple-lead guitar harmony - maybe because of the long intro.
The song has a big AMOLAD vibe.
Bruce should have done a few more takes on the chorus (it should be higher to make a contrast of verses and chorus and because of the theme imo), but I think this difficult song would have been a force of nature live if they played it in 2011.